THE National Prescribing Service
has launched a new therapeutic
program titled Opioid use in chronic
pain: use a planned approach, in a
bid to cut down on rising levels of
inappropriate opioid use.
With about 20% of Aussies
suffering chronic pain, the NPS said
the last 20 years had seen a
significant increase in opioid supply.
“Opioids are an option for some
patients with chronic pain, with
their goals being to reduce pain
and to improve function and quality
of life,” said NPS ceo, Dr Lynn
Weekes, adding: “They should only
be prescribed as part of a
comprehensive pain management
plan developed in consultation with
the patient.”
A number of resources including
a Pharmacy Practice Review
covering opioid use are now online
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